Honoring the Memory of
Jean Childs Young
About Jean Childs Young
The fund is named in loving memory of Jean Childs Young’s lifelong dedication to children at Families First and beyond. Jean guided the work of Families First through her service on the Board of Directors for many years. Jean also co-founded the Atlanta/Fulton County Commission on Children and Youth. In 1978, President Jimmy Carter appointed Jean as chair of the American committee of the UN International Year of the Child. Jean also advocated for the well-being of children through the Children’s Defense Fund and UNICEF.
The Jean Childs Young Resilience Fund for Women & Children
Families First established the Jean Childs Young Resilience Fund for Women & Children to respond to the immediate needs of single mothers and their children who are struggling with complex challenges.
Community Empowerment Baby Shower
On Saturday, April 26th, Families First will host the Community Empowerment Baby Shower. Join us for an empowering afternoon of advocacy and fundraising to address the immediate needs of women and children in our community.
Become a Sponsor
Sponsorship Opportunities
Supporter
Your $500 donation provides essential resources such as transportation (MARTA, Uber, Lyft), childcare, utility assistance, and counseling services to help a family move closer to self-sufficiency and resilience.
Advocate
With your $1,000 gift, we can provide life skills training and parenting workshops to empower young parents to care for their babies while pursuing their education and goals.
Partner
Your $2,500 contribution funds a month of career readiness workshops, financial literacy training, and mentoring, equipping families with the tools to thrive.
Champion
With a generous $5,000 gift, you ensure a family has comprehensive Navigator services for a full year, breaking the cycle of crisis and building a foundation for a brighter future.
